Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – उदवासं वसेद यस तु स नराधिपतिर भवेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

उदवासं वसेद यस तु स नराधिपतिर भवेत
सत्यवादी नरश्रेष्ठ दैवतैः सह मॊदते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The person who lives in solitude and speaks the truth, enjoys happiness with the gods.

Translations

English Translation

A king who remains detached yet truthful finds divine happiness, basking in the company of deities. This emphasizes the importance of honesty and inner peace, suggesting that true rulers should embody these qualities for harmony.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति एकांत में रहता है और सत्य बोलता है, वह देवताओं के साथ आनंद का अनुभव करता है। यह सत्यता और आंतरिक शांति के महत्व को दर्शाता है, सुझाव देते हुए कि सच्चे शासक को इन गुणों का प्रतीक होना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the virtues of solitude and truthfulness in leadership, found in the Anushasana Parva of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

In essence, true kingship is defined by detachment and integrity, leading to divine grace.

Application

Leaders today can draw inspiration from this shloka, reflecting on the importance of honesty and detachment in governance.